tolerate
Example Sentences
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Your nest egg could tolerate significantly more equity exposure than the generic 30/70 stock/bonds allocation for a couple in their 70s.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
"We cannot tolerate littering simply because there are no rubbish bins," the Shibuya Ward authorities said in a press release.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The Bank of England can tolerate inflation that is above its target for a brief period of time, given the weak state of the economy, Gov. Andrew Bailey said Friday.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
"Hate has no place in California, and we will not tolerate acts of terror or intimidation against communities of faith," he said on X, adding, "To the San Diego Muslim community: California stands with you."
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
He ate what they served, and didn’t tolerate complaints from either of them.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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